Research Associate, Analytical QC

About the role

Join Bio-Techne, a company dedicated to enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. As a Research Associate, Analytical QC, you'll perform routine quality control testing of protein, peptide, or antibody products.

Responsibilities

• Perform, document, and report data for routine QC testing following standard operating procedures.
• Assist with lab support functions, including instrument calibration and maintenance, reagent ordering and preparation, waste disposal, and laboratory cleaning.
• Assist with the monitoring of lab supplies and ordering.
• Participate in laboratory meetings.
• Actively take part in meetings with and interact with group members to learn, provide suggestions for how to make the environment safer, more efficient, and more successful.
• Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Handbook and follows guidelines regarding safety as outlined in the AWAIR, Chemical Hygiene and Exposure Control manuals in accordance to the job.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires a B.S. degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field, and 0 - 2 years related experience.
• Attention to detail, organization, data analysis and problem-solving skills are required.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and have good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of biochemistry and its application to protein, peptide, and antibody products.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment, QC functions, test procedures and aseptic technique.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage time.
• Knowledge of safety and company rules and policies.
• Skills in problem solving and critical thinking, including the ability to make effective decisions and execute an appropriate course of action considering all relevant variables and within the scope of defined standard operation procedures.
• Skills in verbal and written communication, including technical writing skills.
• Able to handle sensitive and proprietary information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Able to pay attention to details and perform at a high level of accuracy.
• Able to learn and consistently execute laboratory tasks.
• Able to act independently on routine assignments or on projects with a team.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work hours that confirm to standard business operations (8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.).
• Flexibility to work alternate or additional hours as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• Investment in employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• Empowerment of employees to develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
• Employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
• An accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
• Foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Pay

The Research Associate, Analytical QC position pays a range of $34,600 - $66,250 annually.

Schedule

Standard business operations (8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.) with flexibility to work alternate or additional hours as needed.